Perdoceo Education Corp (PRDO) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Perdoceo Education Corp stock (PRDO) is currently trading at $36.61. Perdoceo Education Corp PE ratio is 14.28. Perdoceo Education Corp PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 2.63. Analyst consensus price target for PRDO is $42.00. WallStSmart rates PRDO as Moderate Buy.
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- Perdoceo Education Corp financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
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PRDO Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · Perdoceo Education Corp (PRDO)
PRDO trades at a significant discount to its Graham intrinsic value of $90.02, offering a 66% margin of safety — a level value investors typically seek before buying.
Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.
Smart Analysis
Perdoceo Education Corp (PRDO) · 10 metrics scored
Smart Score
Category Performance
WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.
Investment Thesis
Strong fundamentals in peg ratio, revenue growth, profit margin. Overall metrics suggest strong investment potential with favorable risk/reward.
Perdoceo Education Corp (PRDO) Key Strengths (6)
Growing significantly faster than its price suggests
101.08% of shares held by major funds and institutions
Strong revenue growth at 20.00% annually
Strong profitability: $19 kept per $100 revenue
Mid-cap company balancing growth potential with stability
Solid profitability: $17 profit per $100 equity
Supporting Valuation Data
Perdoceo Education Corp (PRDO) Areas to Watch (4)
Decent operational efficiency, solid but not exceptional
Revenue is fairly priced at 2.63x sales
Fairly priced relative to book value
Solid earnings growth at 19.00%
Perdoceo Education Corp (PRDO) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 73/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a B grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 6 register as strengths (avg 8.3/10) while 4 fall into concern territory (avg 6.0/10). All four categories (Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality) show healthy scores, indicating broadly sound fundamentals.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on PEG Ratio, Institutional Own., Revenue Growth. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (0.75) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 16.60%, Profit Margin at 18.90%. Growth metrics are encouraging with Revenue Growth at 20.00%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are Operating Margin, Price/Sales, Price/Book. Some valuation metrics including Price/Sales (2.63), Price/Book (2.22) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include EPS Growth at 19.00%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Operating Margin at 19.80%.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Operating Margin improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 16.60% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 20.00% strong but requiring continuation.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate risk investment. The weight of evidence leans positive, with more strengths than concerns. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
The combination of PEG Ratio and Institutional Own. makes a compelling case at current levels. The key risk is Operating Margin, but the overall fundamental picture is positive with a clear path to maintaining or improving the current B grade.
Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.
PRDO Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
PRDO's Price-to-Sales ratio of 2.63x trades 246% above its historical average of 0.76x (98th percentile), historically expensive. The current valuation is 3% below its historical high of 2.72x set in Mar 2026, and 2819% above its historical low of 0.09x in Apr 2013.
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Data-driven financial summary for Perdoceo Education Corp (PRDO) · CONSUMER DEFENSIVE › EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES
The Big Picture
Perdoceo Education Corp is a strong growth company balancing expansion with improving profitability. Revenue reached 846M with 20% growth year-over-year. Profit margins of 18.9% are healthy, with room for further expansion as the business scales.
Key Findings
ROE of 1660.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.
Generating 38M in free cash flow and 40M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.
What to Watch Next
Dividend sustainability with a current yield of 168.0%. Watch payout ratio and free cash flow coverage.
Sector dynamics: monitor EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Perdoceo Education Corp.
Bottom Line
Perdoceo Education Corp offers an attractive blend of growth (20% revenue expansion) and improving fundamentals. The company is transitioning from pure growth to profitable growth, a critical inflection point. Watch for sustained margin expansion as the key signal.
This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
Insider Transactions(76 last 3 months)
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
NELSON, TODD S Director, President and CEO | Sell | -11,346 |
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
NELSON, TODD S Director, President and CEO | Sell | -40,000 |
Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings
Last updated: 8:21:39 AM
About Perdoceo Education Corp(PRDO)
NASDAQ
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE
EDUCATION & TRAINING SERVICES
USA
Perdoceo Education Corporation provides postsecondary education to students through online, campus-based, and blended learning programs in the United States. The company is headquartered in Schaumburg, Illinois.